New progressive PAC backs Alexis Rinck’s Seattle council campaign

Called the Progressive People Power PAC (P3 PAC), its backers say the fundraising effort is necessary to counter business PAC spending in support of conservative-leaning local politicians.  

“It is harmful when big business floods our ‘free and fair’ elections with their money and influence,” said Ry Armstrong, P3 PAC board chair and a former Seattle City Council candidate, in an email. “We have decided to fight fire with fire and are focusing on building long-term, foundational change within Seattle.” 

The new PAC launched in late August with a $25,000 donation from Carrie Barnes, chair of the King County Democrats, according to its filings with the state Public Disclosure Commission.

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